2001 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 10 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 5 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Venturi Atlantique | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Venturi | Suzuki |
Model | Atlantique | Equator |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |