2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
