2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima 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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Avenger | Optima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
