2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
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 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan. 2009 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
