2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
