2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1800 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
