1997 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2602 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.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | AX | Excursion |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |