2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Xsara | Zafira |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |