1995 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
