2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (292 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus GS (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Ducato | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
