2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 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 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber, 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 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caliber | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Caliber | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |