2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Ducato | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |