1994 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 16 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1226 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AX | Vito |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
