2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 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 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 427 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
