1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 1998 Dodge Durango 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. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Durango | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
