2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 358 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Forester | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
