2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Ducato | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |