1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 120 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
