2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 777 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Atlantique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Sorento | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
