2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | C2 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
