2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |