1993 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Xedos 6 weights approximately 472 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.
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, 1996 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen AX | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | AX | 6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |