2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1998 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 1998 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Avenger | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Avenger | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |