2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (307 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
Model | Silverado | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |