2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Ducato | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |