2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 659 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ducato | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
