1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | 626 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
