2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Avenger and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Avenger | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Avenger | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |