2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Avenger | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Avenger | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |