2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
