1997 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 752 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
