2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ducato and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2008 GMC Sierra 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. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Ducato | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |