1994 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 4 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 1,122 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 137 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
