2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Venture |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
