2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira 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 205 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 102 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 2000 Opel Zafira, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Zafira | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Opel | Venturi |
Model | Zafira | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |