2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 775 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Ducato | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |