1998 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 557 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen AX | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |