2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 268 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
