2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Fiat Ducato were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | 300 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |