1997 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 1107 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX. 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | AX | LR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2659 mm |