2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |