1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX.
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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
