2012 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 22 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 485 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | Ducato | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |