1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 7 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
