2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 501 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Voyager | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
