2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Ram | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
