2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
