2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Picasso | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
