1997 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 427 kg more than 1997 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
