2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |