2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
