1993 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 15 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 837 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | AX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
