2012 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V 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) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 1996 Honda CR-V 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. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Ducato | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ducato | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2620 mm |
