1995 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1230 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | AX | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
