1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 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 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Citroen |
Model | Zafira | C4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |