1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX. 2011 Kia Sportage 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. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | ZX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
