2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 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, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
