1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
