2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (279 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | AVENGER |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |