2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
