2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5998 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
