1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 50 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | RunX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
