1997 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1442 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3078 mm |
