2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
