1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen ZX | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | ZX | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |