1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
