1988 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 965 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
