2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 873 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
