2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
