1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 927 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 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | ZX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
