2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2272 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
