2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,295 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ducato | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2295 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
