2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 426 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |