1996 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
