1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 120 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
