2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 569 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Ducato | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |