2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1995 Citroen AX
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 1995 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | AX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1280 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
