2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Explorer | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
