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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 475 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1579 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
