1988 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 794 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | AX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |