2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 487 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Ducato | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |