2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 644 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |