1994 Citroen AX vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1183 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 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | AX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
