2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 87 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Uplander | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
