2001 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 514 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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Venturi Atlantique | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Venturi | Kia |
Model | Atlantique | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |