2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
