1994 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 605 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
