2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2011 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ducato | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
