1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 19 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), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 335 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
