2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (305 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 2011 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Avalon | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
