2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2003 Ford Model U
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U. 2003 Ford Model U 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. 2003 Ford Model U will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2003 Ford Model U | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Model U |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1660 mm |
