1990 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | AX | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
