2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2953 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
