1998 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Venturi Atlantique | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Venturi | Opel |
| Model | Atlantique | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
