1997 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1102 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3090 mm |