2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 569 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ducato | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
