2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 123 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ducato | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
