2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 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) has 243 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Smart | Venturi |
| Model | ForFour | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1099 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
