1994 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1607 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 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Patrol |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |