2013 Dodge AVENGER vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER

To start off, both 2013 Dodge AVENGER and 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 349 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Dodge AVENGER 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
Make Dodge Dodge
Model AVENGER CHALLENGER
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 464 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 94 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1891 kg
Vehicle Length 4892 mm 5023 mm
Vehicle Width 2064 mm 1923 mm
Vehicle Height 1483 mm 1449 mm
Wheelbase Size 2765 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.9 L/100km 15 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 72 L


 

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