2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Ram | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1290 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 |
