1987 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 692 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 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
