2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Ducato | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |