1999 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi Atlantique | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
