1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 13 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1340 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | ZX | Commander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
