2001 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (185 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 2008 Volvo S80, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Venturi Atlantique | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 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 | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
