1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 280 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Intrepid | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
