1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | ZX | X3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 67 L |
