2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 813 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ducato | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |