2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ducato | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |