As far as I know, at least two popular RWD vans, the Mercedes Sprinter and Iveco Daily, are much longer (24~25 feet) and somewhat larger in volume than the biggest Ducato. Some people have even argued that FWD doesn't lend itself to large vans in that size range.
Volkswagen, which had been rebadging the Sprinter as the Crafter, has now introduced a new very large Crafter van that comes standard as FWD, but also as AWD or RWD (like Euro Ford Transit).
The new cargo Crafter has two wheelbases (143 and 177 inches), three lengths (19'-8", 22'-5", and 24'-3"), and three roof heights (approximately 68", 77", and 85"). This all assumes I got dimensions converted and rounded off right, and that largest model comes in FWD.
Should Fiat offer larger Ducatos and ProMasters to compete in what is becoming the popular 24~25 foot range? If you think so, how would you like to see Fiat make Ducato/PM larger, and by how much? Or do you feel 20'-10" is all anyone should need?
Screen shot shows Crafter size range for reference.
Volkswagen, which had been rebadging the Sprinter as the Crafter, has now introduced a new very large Crafter van that comes standard as FWD, but also as AWD or RWD (like Euro Ford Transit).
The new cargo Crafter has two wheelbases (143 and 177 inches), three lengths (19'-8", 22'-5", and 24'-3"), and three roof heights (approximately 68", 77", and 85"). This all assumes I got dimensions converted and rounded off right, and that largest model comes in FWD.
Should Fiat offer larger Ducatos and ProMasters to compete in what is becoming the popular 24~25 foot range? If you think so, how would you like to see Fiat make Ducato/PM larger, and by how much? Or do you feel 20'-10" is all anyone should need?
Screen shot shows Crafter size range for reference.