1989 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1477 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.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | AX | H3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
