2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |