1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 20 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
