2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 388 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
