2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 421 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Avenger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |