2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 812 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | A |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |