1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 29 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cabriolet | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
