2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Ducato | Elise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
