1988 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Titan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
