Holiday Rambler Endeavor 38W vs Newmar Ventana 3809
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These two Class A diesel pushers price within $3,642 of each other but split on chassis size and floorplan. The Holiday Rambler Endeavor 38W is 40.08 feet on Freightliner Custom Chassis XCM with the Cummins 360 HP / 800 lb-ft engine, three slides, 33,600 lb GVWR, full bath, king bed, AquaHot 400D extended-stay hot water, heated porcelain tile floors, 8,000-watt generator, 2,000-watt inverter, sleeps 6, $510,528. The Newmar Ventana 3809 is 38.83 feet on Spartan or Freightliner chassis with the Cummins L9 380 HP, three slides, 38,600 lb GVWR, bath-and-a-half, king bed, four-season insulation, sleeps 6, 800 amp-hour battery, 10,000-watt generator, $514,170.
The Ventana 3809 brings 5,000 lb more GVWR (38,600 vs 33,600), bath-and-a-half privacy, 5,900 lb cargo capacity, four-season insulation, a bigger 10,000-watt generator, and the 800 amp-hour battery bank. The Endeavor 38W counters with AquaHot 400D unlimited hot water, heated porcelain tile, factory 100W solar, 2,000-watt inverter, and Vacu-Bond construction. The Ventana 3809 also costs $3,642 more.
Verdict: Ventana 3809 for bath-and-a-half plus heavier chassis and bigger generator; Endeavor 38W for AquaHot 400D and heated porcelain tile at slightly lower price.
Side-by-side specs
| Holiday Rambler Endeavor 38W | Newmar Ventana 3809 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $510,528 | $514,170 |
| Length | 40'1" | 38'10" |
| Dry weight | — | 32,700 lbs |
| GVWR | 33,600 lbs | 38,600 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 6 |
| Slides | 3 | 3 |
| Fresh tank | 105 gal | 105 gal |
| Grey tank | 75 gal | 75 gal |
| Black tank | 50 gal | 55 gal |
| LP | — | 0 gal |
| Solar | 100W | — |
| Inverter | 2000W | — |
| Generator | 8000W | 10000W |
| Bath | full | one_and_half |
| Bed | king | king |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | included | included |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Holiday Rambler Endeavor 38W wins
- AquaHot 400D extended-stay hot water
- Heated porcelain tile floors throughout
- 100W factory solar standard
- 2,000-watt inverter and AGM batteries
- $3,642 lower MSRP at $510,528
Where Newmar Ventana 3809 wins
- Bath-and-a-half layout (guest half-bath)
- 38,600 lb GVWR vs 33,600 lb (+5,000 lb)
- 5,900 lb published cargo capacity
- 10,000-watt generator vs 8,000W (+2,000W)
- Four-season insulation and 800 Ah bank
Pick the Holiday Rambler Endeavor 38W if…
Pick the 2026 Holiday Rambler Endeavor 38W if you want a premium Class A diesel with AquaHot 400D extended-stay hot water, heated porcelain tile floors throughout, 100W factory solar, 2,000-watt inverter, and Freightliner XCM Custom Chassis with the Cummins 360 HP / 800 lb-ft engine. The Endeavor 38W's Vacu-Bond construction, AGM batteries, and three slides at $510,528 MSRP target buyers who specifically want the AquaHot continuous-hot-water system and the heated-tile residential feel. Sleeps 6 with king bed and 40-foot length.
Pick the Newmar Ventana 3809 if…
Pick the 2026 Newmar Ventana 3809 if you want bath-and-a-half privacy plus heavier chassis - the 38,600 lb GVWR carries 5,900 lb of cargo (5,000 lb more capacity than the Endeavor), the 10,000-watt generator outpowers the Endeavor's 8,000W, and the 800 amp-hour battery bank handles longer dry camping. Four-season insulation extends usable months. At $514,170 it's $3,642 over the Endeavor but adds the half-bath, bigger generator, and tag-axle-capable chassis. Best for full-time travelers wanting more cargo, the guest bath, and cold-weather range.
Frequently asked
Which has bath-and-a-half?
The Ventana 3809 has bath-and-a-half. The Endeavor 38W has a full bath only - no separate guest half-bath.
What's the GVWR gap?
The Ventana 3809 has 38,600 lb GVWR; the Endeavor 38W has 33,600 lb - a 5,000 lb chassis advantage for the Newmar.
Which has AquaHot?
The Endeavor 38W has AquaHot 400D extended-stay hot water. The Ventana 3809 spec sheet doesn't list AquaHot - relying on a standard hydronic or tank water heater.