2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 853 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
