2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato

To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato.

Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (407 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2012 Fiat Ducato
Make Volkswagen Fiat
Model Touareg Ducato
Year Released 2009 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 161 HP
Torque 407 Nm 320 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 150 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors


 

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