1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1994 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | AX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
