2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ducato | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1510 mm |
