2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
