1987 Citroen Axel vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 674 kg more than 1987 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Axel | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Axel | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
