2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Avenger | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
