2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1997 Holden Commodore 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. 1997 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ducato | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
