2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 573 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2. 2006 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C2 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |