1997 Citroen AX vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 877 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | AX | X1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
