1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | ZX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
