2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm 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. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Ducato | Prizm |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |