1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 524 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 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | ZX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
