2011 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. 2012 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Aveo | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1709 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
