2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
