2009 Audi A5 vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2001 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 2001 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | A5 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
