2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | CLC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |