2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Impreza | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
