2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
