2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| 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 | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
