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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 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 394 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 5327 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |