2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |