2000 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 8 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 202 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Skoda Roomster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Skoda Roomster, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Venturi Atlantique | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Venturi | Skoda |
| Model | Atlantique | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
