2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Dakota and 2000 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 46 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota. 2000 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Dakota 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 Dakota | 2000 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
