2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 140 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2890 mm |