2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
