2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
