1990 Citroen XM vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 572 kg more than 1987 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | AX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
