1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 14 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), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 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 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | ZX | Leon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
