2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 398 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1996 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | XM |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 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 Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
