2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 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 108 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
