2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 637 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3. 2011 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ducato | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |