2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
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 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V 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 V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
