2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
