2010 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 689 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 2012 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
