2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 GMC Envoy.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2001 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2001 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ducato | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
