2005 Citroen C vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 845 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 179 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |