1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | ZX | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |