1998 Citroen ZX vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 7 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1102 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 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX. 2005 Nissan Pickup 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. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
