1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Citroen ZX were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX. 1996 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | ZX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |