2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom.
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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ariel | Dodge |
| Model | Atom | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3043 mm |
