2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
