1997 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1997 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 1997 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi Atlantique | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | S60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
