1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Avenger and 1996 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Avenger | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Avenger | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |