2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ducato | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
