1994 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 556 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Touran |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
