2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
