1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
