2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Fiat Ducato were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | TL | Ducato |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3710 mm |