1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 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 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 85 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 332 kg more than 1992 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | ZX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 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 |
