1998 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 832 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.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen AX | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2202 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |