2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 254 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
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 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
