1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 485 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
