1997 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 679 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
