2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Expedition | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
