1993 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 676 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen AX | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | AX | 406 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |