2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Inspire | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Inspire | Avenger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |