2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |