2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |