2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
