2003 Skoda Superb vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Superb. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Superb | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Superb | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
