2001 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 738 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, 2010 Ford Flex, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Venturi Atlantique | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Venturi | Ford |
| Model | Atlantique | Flex |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2995 mm |
