1993 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 802 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Citroen AX | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | AX | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |