2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 814 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2002 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Neon | Ducato |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |