2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 790 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Opel Astra 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. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
