2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 990 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2006 Renault Laguna 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. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ducato | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |