2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 717 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
