1994 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 is newer by 2 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 932 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 1996 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | AX | J30 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |