1998 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 674 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | AX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
