2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 609 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
