2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra 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, 2010 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 622 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2010 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Ducato | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |