2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 858 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |