2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Avenger | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
