2003 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | A6 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
