2000 Seat Salsa 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 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Seat | Dodge |
Model | Salsa | Avenger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |