2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Lexus IS 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. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Ducato | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3454 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
