2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 516 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ducato | Sonata |
| 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 | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
