2012 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2012 Dodge Avenger and 2012 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 623 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Avenger | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Avenger | Terracan |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4892 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |