2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2008 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3496 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |