1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Venture | Osee |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |