1995 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 612 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.
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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
