2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Venture and 2005 Citroen C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Citroen C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Venture | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |