2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
