2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 461 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2011 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Grandis | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
