1997 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 675 kg more than 1997 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
