2006 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Sequoia | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Sequoia | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
