2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima. 2012 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Ducato | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |