2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2009 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. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ducato | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
