2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ducato | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
