1996 Citroen Saxo 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 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Saxo | Ducato |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |