1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
