2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 146 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Tucson | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
