1994 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 920 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 2013 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | AX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
