2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 2011 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Punto | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
