2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sportage | Avenger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |