2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Vector M12.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Vector |
| Model | Ducato | M12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
