Z19DTH vs C14NZ/X14XE 1.4

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4 BUY 78/100
+8 points over Z19DTH
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE Z19DTH Opel
0 / 100
BUY C14NZ/X14XE 1.4 Opel

Specifications

Z19DTH
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
Brand
Opel
Opel
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
70
78
Years
2004--2014
1991--2000
Displacement
1910 cc
1389 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Na
Power
120--150 hp
60--90 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€700--€1,700
€200--€400

Character

Z19DTH

"Astra H/Zafira B. Fiat 1.9 JTD-based engine. Dual-mass flywheel. Swirl flap concerns. EGR valve. DPF on later models. Popular and well-understood. Decent parts support."

C14NZ/X14XE 1.4

"Corsa A/B, Astra F. Old Ecotec family. Simple, reliable. Timing belt (C14NZ) or chain (X14XE). Head gasket if overheated. Cheap to maintain and own."

Issues Comparison

Z19DTH 2

▲ HIGH
Dual-mass flywheel failure €500--€1,200 80,000 km--150,000 km
● MODERATE
EGR valve fouling €200--€500 60,000 km--120,000 km

C14NZ/X14XE 1.4 1

▲ HIGH
Timing belt (C14NZ) €200--€400 60,000 km--90,000 km

Models

Z19DTH 9

Stilo 192 2001--2007 Stilo 192 2001--2007 Bravo 198 2007--2014 Bravo 198 2007--2014 Grande Punto / Punto Evo 199 2005--2012 Grande Punto / Punto Evo 199 2005--2012 Vectra B 1996--2002 Astra G 1998--2004 Zafira A 1999--2005

C14NZ/X14XE 1.4 3

Astra F 1991--1998 Corsa B 1993--2000 Astra G 1998--2004
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