1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 470 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | ZX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |