2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 170 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Tahoe | Ducato |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |