1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 782 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 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX. 2010 Acura TL 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. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | ZX | TL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
