1995 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 882 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, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | AX | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
