2005 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Altima | Avenger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |