1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, both 1996 Citroen ZX and 1996 Mercury Villager were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 730 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | ZX | Villager |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |