1999 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero is newer by 11 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 220 more horse power than 2010 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Renault Sandero, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi Atlantique | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Venturi | Renault |
| Model | Atlantique | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
