2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Opel Astra 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. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Ducato | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |