1988 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 132 L |
