1998 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, both 1998 Citroen ZX and 1998 Mazda Levante were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen ZX | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | ZX | Levante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |