1998 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen ZX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | ZX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
