2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 724 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2012 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Palio | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
