1999 Venturi 400 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 806 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 2004 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1999 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Venturi 400 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Venturi | Dodge |
Model | 400 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |