1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
