2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1990 Citroen XM
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Venture | 1990 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | XM |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
