2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 884 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |