2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ducato | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2510 mm |