2010 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 828 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200. 2012 Chrysler 200 has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Ducato | 200 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
