1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | C5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
