2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ducato and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 832 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |