2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | C8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
