2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 735 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Ducato | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2710 mm |