1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 405 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
