1999 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1999 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 1999 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40, 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi Atlantique | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | S40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
