1996 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1748 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen AX | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Armada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |