1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 130 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | ZX | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
