1994 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1676 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 Volkswagen Kombi 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 Volkswagen Kombi 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 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| 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 | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
