2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 33 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ducato | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
