2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 890 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Ducato | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |