1996 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 992 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen AX | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |