2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ducato | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
