1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
