2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
