2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 1997 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Venture |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |