2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Zafira | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
