2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
