2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 145 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | Ducato |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |