2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Ducato | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |