2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ducato and 2008 Opel Insignia 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.
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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2008 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4040 mm | 2737 mm |
