2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 357 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Avenger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 164 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |