2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta 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 61 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |