Z20NET 2.0T vs C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
BUY
78/100
+10 points over Z20NET 2.0T
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
Z20NET 2.0T
Opel
0
/ 100
BUY
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
Opel
Specifications
Z20NET 2.0T
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
Brand
Opel
Opel
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
68
78
Years
2003--2008
1991--2000
Displacement
1998 cc
1389 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
175 hp
60--90 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€200--€600
€200--€400
Character
Z20NET 2.0T
"Vectra C/Signum. GM Ecotec turbo (sedan variant). Less stressed than OPC versions. Turbo actuator wear. Oil leaks. Generally reliable for a mid-2000s turbo."
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
Z20NET 2.0T 1
● MODERATE
Turbo actuator wear
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (C14NZ)