1998 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX.
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, 2009 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Jazz |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |