2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Kuga | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
