1994 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 842 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 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
