2003 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 958 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Cobra 2008 Fiat Ducato
Make AC Fiat
Model Cobra Ducato
Year Released 2003 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 19.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 14 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1062 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 2160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 3210 mm


 

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