2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
