2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
