2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |