2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2008 Fiat Ducato were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,285 cc, 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 955 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.

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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Grande Punto 2008 Fiat Ducato
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Grande Punto Ducato
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2285 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 0 HP
Torque 190 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 160 km/hour 150 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 2060 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 4040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 90 L


 

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