2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 960 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Expedition | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
