2006 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | X3 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
