1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 735 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | ZX | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
