2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 868 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2012 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ducato | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
