1989 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | AX | 6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |