1993 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 242 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 Peugeot 206 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 206 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
