2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 855 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, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
