1997 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
