1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
