1994 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 814 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | AX | Signum |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
