2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Ducato | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |