1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 725 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Venture | Xsara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |