1988 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1303 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | AX | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |