1991 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 694 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
