1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Clarus | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3460 mm |
