2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Ducato and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1245 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.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| 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 | 161 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
