Only those who relish stiff competition should envy the 2008 Dodge Avenger as it enters the bloodbath that is the midsize sedan segment. Consider that the Avenger has to contend with the Honda Accord, the Toyota Camry, and the Nissan Altima, all highly-regarded rides with strong followings. Dodge engineers and designers targeted those rides during development, but they also focused on a couple of domestics, including the Ford Fusion and the Pontiac G6. Those are just a few of the many midsize sedans available to buyers, but Dodge is confident the segment will grow, and intends to attract new Avenger owners with assertive styling, an athletic stance, and value.