2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
