2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 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, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 287 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |