2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3174 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
