2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2008 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LaCrosse | Ducato |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |