2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Econovan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |