2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
