2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 960 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
