2005 Renault Scenic vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | Scenic | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
