2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 816 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |