2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Uplander | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
