2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 888 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |