1992 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1992 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen AX. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen AX | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
