2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Avenger | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2648 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
