2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 12 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.
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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
