2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | Ducato | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |