1988 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 19 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
