1996 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 914 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
