2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ducato | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
