2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato

To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 751 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.

Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Sprinter 2010 Fiat Ducato
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Sprinter Ducato
Year Released 2009 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 6950 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 3460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 90 L


 

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