2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Citroen Axel
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1759 kg more than 1988 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | Axel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2380 mm |
