1988 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 14 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 602 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX. 2002 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
