1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 20 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZX | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
