2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | E500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
