2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Citroen AX
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1993 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | AX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
