1989 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
