2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 5 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | Ducato | Rapide |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |