2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1543 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | GMC | Venturi |
| Model | Sierra | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 307 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |
