2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2000 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Opel | Venturi |
| Model | Zafira | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
