2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 327 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ducato | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |