2003 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 574 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Fit | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2766 mm |
