1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | ZX | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |