1997 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
