2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
