2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |