2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Picanto | Avenger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |