2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Nitro | Ducato |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2286 cc |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |