1989 Citroen Axel vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1989 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
