1994 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 18 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1011 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4379 mm |
