1994 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 732 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen AX 2006 Land Rover Discovery
Make Citroen Land Rover
Model AX Discovery
Year Released 1994 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 48 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2890 mm