2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 602 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. 2013 Dodge AVENGER has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge AVENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Ducato | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
