2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |