1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 11 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | ZX | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
