2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | C3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
