2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Avenger | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |