2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima. 2009 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ducato | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2501 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |