2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C8 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
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 | 134 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |