2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 497 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 810 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
