1993 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1342 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX. 2005 Honda Pilot 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. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
