2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 341 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ducato | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
