1988 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 357 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.
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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | AX | Reno |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |