2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 355 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Ducato | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 188 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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |