1991 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Defender |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
