2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
