2009 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Taurus X | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
