2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,221 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3221 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
