2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Charger and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |