2009 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (279 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Maxima | AVENGER |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |