2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Picasso | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1540 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 |