2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 449 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2001 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 2001 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Galaxy | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
