1994 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 800 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
