1997 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 162 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
