2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Avenger and 2009 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash. 2009 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Splash has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Splash will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Avenger | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
