2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Acadia | Avenger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |