2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (415 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (539 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1793 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
