2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 306 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ducato | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
