2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2008 Volvo V70 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. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Ducato | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |