1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Avenger | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
