1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 254 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Venza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
