1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 11 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 422 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.
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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
