1994 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 868 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | V50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
