1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 748 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
