2001 Nissan Moco vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 474 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Moco | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2766 mm |
