2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 728 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | Liberty | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
