1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Avenger and 1997 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica. 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, 1997 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Avenger | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Avenger | Celica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |