1994 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1994 Citroen AX and 1994 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 502 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 1994 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | AX | Tempo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |