1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2002 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 65 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, 2002 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2002 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | ZX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
