1988 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 17 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Citroen AX (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2005 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
