2012 Dodge Avenger SE vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T
To start off, both 2012 Dodge Avenger SE and 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger SE. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger SE. 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 R/T (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger SE. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger SE.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Avenger SE | 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Avenger | Avenger |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4892 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |