2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C8 | Venza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |