2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
