2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ducato | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
