1993 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Citroen AX | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | AX | Pajero |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |