2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 427 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
