2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ducato and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,285 cc, 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Ducato 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model Ducato Viano
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2285 cc 2148 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 108 HP
Torque 320 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 150 km/hour 152 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 4040 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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