2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 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 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 768 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3. 2010 Citroen C3 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. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Ducato | C3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1587 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 | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |