1995 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1995 Venturi Atlantique and 1995 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1995 Venturi Atlantique 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 1995 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Atlantique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Venturi Atlantique | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Venturi | Peugeot |
| Model | Atlantique | 406 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
