1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Avenger.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
