1994 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1166 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 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3246 mm |
