1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 232 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | ZX | Avella |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
