1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 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. Both 1991 Citroen ZX and 2009 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 888 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 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | ZX | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
