2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2010 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Panda | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
