2011 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Avenger and 2011 Lexus LFA were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Because 2011 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 2011 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus LFA has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus LFA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Avenger | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Avenger | LFA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4892 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
