2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
