2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 639 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 Suburban (495 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 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 |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 80 L |
