2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Ducato |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 1140 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |