1988 Citroen Axel vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1988 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Axel has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Axel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Axel | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
