2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Avalon | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Avalon | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |