2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 803 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | S-Max | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 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 | 1743 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
