2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 850 kg more than 2003 MG TF.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Ducato | TF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
