2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC 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 25 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC. 1999 Saturn SC 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. 1999 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Ducato | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1901 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2610 mm |
