1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 12 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 805 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 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
