2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Avenger | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
