2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Citroen AX
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1997 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1997 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | AX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
