2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Peugeot 406 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ducato | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
