2006 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | ES | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
