2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 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 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Ducato | Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |