2000 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 2011 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
