1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1996 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
