2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 92 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2011 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Ducato | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 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 | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |