1994 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1232 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
