2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Fiat Palio

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio 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 46 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 910 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Ducato 2001 Fiat Palio
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Ducato Palio
Year Released 2008 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2286 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 14 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 2160 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 63 L


 

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