2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Subaru | Venturi |
Model | Forester | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |