1994 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 774 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
