1998 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
