2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
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 Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Superb 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 573 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ducato | Superb |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
