1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 18 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 270 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZX | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
