2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 6 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2791 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
