2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Tucson | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
