2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 1 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 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 93 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2000 Chevrolet Venture 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. 2000 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
