2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (200 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 799 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
