1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 509 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Venture | Xantia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |