1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | Spider |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
