2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 901 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Ducato | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |