1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 314 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
