1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 520 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | ZX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
