2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 95 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
