1998 Citroen ZX vs. 2000 Honda City

To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Honda City.

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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Citroen ZX 2000 Honda City
Make Citroen Honda
Model ZX City
Year Released 1998 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1343 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 94 HP
Torque 110 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm


 

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