2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30.
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 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30. 1996 Infiniti J30 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. 1996 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Ducato | J30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |