1998 Citroen AX vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1229 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 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | AX | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
