2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
