2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4196 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3150 mm |
