2001 Proton Impian vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique

To start off, both 2001 Proton Impian and 2001 Venturi Atlantique were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2001 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Proton Impian, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Impian.

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