| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Dodge Avenger | Toyota Avalon | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 111.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Length | 192.6 in | 197.2 in | -4.6 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 0 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 58.5 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3603 lb. | 3490 lb. | 113 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.4 in | -3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 55.8 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 58.2 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.2 in | -3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 40.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.6 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.5 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Dodge Avenger.
| 2007 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |