2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ducato | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
