2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 300 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
