1997 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi Atlantique | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atlantique | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
