1998 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 14 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 322 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 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | Juke |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
