2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ducato | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |