2011 Dodge Avenger vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Avenger | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | Passat |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4892 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
