Ford Mustang vs Dodge Avenger
Overview | |
Years produced1964-1973 | Years produced1995-2000 |
MSRP$30,920 | MSRP$18,220 |
Listings601 | Listings23 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | |
Reviews SummaryMore commonly known for its minivans and performance cars, Dodge is not a name one would readily associate with the family sedan market. The American automaker seeks to change that with the midsize, five-passenger Avenger. The name “Avenger” was originally used for a sleek Dodge coupe, sold from 1995 to 2000, but this Avenger arrives for the 2008 model year with muscle car-inspired styling and assures it will stand out in a crowded parking lot of cookie-cutter sedans. It is also one of the few family sedans for this model year to offer available all-wheel drive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 172 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower172 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 172 hp I4 |
Torque350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque165 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower172 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.3 cu ft | Cargo Space13.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3579 lbs | Curb Weight3355 lbs |
Height55.0 in | Height58.9 in |
Length189.4 in | Length190.9 in |
Width81.9 in | Width71.8 in |
Wheelbase107.0 in | Wheelbase108.9 in |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1964-1973 | 1995-2000 |
MSRP | $30,920 | $18,220 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | More commonly known for its minivans and performance cars, Dodge is not a name one would readily associate with the family sedan market. The American automaker seeks to change that with the midsize, five-passenger Avenger. The name “Avenger” was originally used for a sleek Dodge coupe, sold from 1995 to 2000, but this Avenger arrives for the 2008 model year with muscle car-inspired styling and assures it will stand out in a crowded parking lot of cookie-cutter sedans. It is also one of the few family sedans for this model year to offer available all-wheel drive. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | 2.4L 172 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | 172 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | 2.4L 172 hp I4 |
Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 165 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | 172 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.3 cu ft | 13.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3579 lbs | 3355 lbs |
Height | 55.0 in | 58.9 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 190.9 in |
Width | 81.9 in | 71.8 in |
Wheelbase | 107.0 in | 108.9 in |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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