2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto 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 102 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 5 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Ducato | Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
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 | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |