2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 598 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
