2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 425 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |