2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 370 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
