2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2008 GMC Sierra 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. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ducato | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4298 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
