2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
