2012 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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 (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Avenger | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4892 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
