2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |