2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2009 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger. 2009 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Avenger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |