2010 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Avenger | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | GTI |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1496 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
