2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ducato | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2730 mm |
