1991 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, both 1991 Citroen AX and 1991 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen AX 1991 Mercedes-Benz G
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model AX G
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2410 mm


 

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