2000 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2000 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Venturi Atlantique | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
