2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 645 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Ducato | 75 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |