1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 318 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZX | Touran |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
