2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 696 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Avenger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |