1994 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 817 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
