2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Silverado | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
