1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
