2008 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio, 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Rio | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
