1994 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 926 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | AX | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3002 mm |
