1988 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2148 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 Ranger 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 Ranger 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 Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | AX | Ranger |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |