1994 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 377 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 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
