2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 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 (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Ducato | Malibu |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |