2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 656 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
