1995 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 1995 Citroen AX and 1995 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 617 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen AX | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | AX | Xantia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |