2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 860 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet SSR 1997 Venturi Atlantique
Make Chevrolet Venturi
Model SSR Atlantique
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5324 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 307 HP
Torque 481 Nm 402 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2150 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm


 

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