2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Dodge Avenger

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. 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 Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2009 Dodge Avenger
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Express Avenger
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L


 

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