1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 16 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
