1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 430 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX. 2012 Honda CR-V 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. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1645 mm |
