1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Legram has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Legram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Legram | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legram | B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
