1993 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 14 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1132 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 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | AX | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2425 mm |
