2004 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Citroen Axel
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1989 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1989 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Axel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
