2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | GMC | Venturi |
| Model | Canyon | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
