2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ducato and 2008 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,285 cc, 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
