1999 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi Atlantique | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atlantique | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
