2009 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 685 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Astra | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
