1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2001 Saturn Vue 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2001 Saturn Vue (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | ZX | Vue |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |
