2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
