1994 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 1202 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.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Retona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
