2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ducato | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2640 mm |