1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Avenger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1404 mm |
