1994 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 739 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
