2003 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
