2005 Smart Cabrio Passion vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 246 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Smart | Venturi |
| Model | Cabrio Passion | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |
