2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
