2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 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 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Venturi |
| Model | Pajero | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
