2007 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 489 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Jazz | Avenger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |