1998 Citroen ZX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 10 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, 1998 Citroen ZX (74 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen ZX weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 1998 Citroen ZX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZX | Fox |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
