1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 324 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | 6000 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2766 mm |
