2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira.
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, 2002 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C8 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
