2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 296 kg more than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna. 1997 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ducato | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |