2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 2005 Infiniti M. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Infiniti M 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. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Ducato | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |