2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 221 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Golf | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 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 | 1321 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
