2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ducato | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
