2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,375 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ducato | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
