2012 Dodge Avenger vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dodge Avenger 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 126 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Avenger | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Avenger | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4892 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |