2000 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 11 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 156 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Venturi Atlantique | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Venturi | Suzuki |
| Model | Atlantique | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
