1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Avenger | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Avenger | Juke |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
