1995 Venturi Coupe vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 488 kg more than 1995 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max, 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Venturi Coupe | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Venturi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
