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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 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 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 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.
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 | 2286 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
