1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 298 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
