1988 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 738 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
