2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ducato | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
