1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 310 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | ZX | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
