1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
