2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Nitro | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |