2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Ducato |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |