2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
