1996 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2001 Proton Saloon 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Saloon weights approximately 252 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 Proton Saloon (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 2001 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | AX | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
