2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
