1993 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1999 Eagle Talon is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Eagle Talon weights approximately 752 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, 1999 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 1999 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | AX | Talon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
