2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ducato | MPV |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |