2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
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 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 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 | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 99 L |