2002 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 176 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Civic | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 402 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |