2007 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Epica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Epica would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Epica (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. 2007 Chevrolet Epica has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Epica | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Epica | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
