1988 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 18 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 827 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 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | AX | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
