2012 Dodge Avenger vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 278 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Avenger | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avenger | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4892 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
