2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Routan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |