2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2496 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |