2001 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 649 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Venturi Atlantique | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Venturi | Ford |
| Model | Atlantique | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
