1996 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 12 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1192 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | AX | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
