2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Durango | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |