2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 2011 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Avenger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |