2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1998 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Ducato 1998 Dodge Ram
Make Fiat Dodge
Model Ducato Ram
Year Released 2008 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2286 cc 3905 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 2160 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2790 mm


 

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