2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
