2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 609 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Fiat | Saturn |
Model | Ducato | ION |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |